K-pop star BoA investigated for drug smuggling

BoA is accused of illegally bringing in drugs such as zolpidem through unauthorised route. Photo: Handout

First generation K-pop star BoA was investigated by the prosecution for alleged drug smuggling. BoA's agency SM Entertainment acknowledged the incident on Thursday, but denied that it was an intentional act of wrongdoing.

Seoul Central District Prosecutors' Office summoned BoA for questioning on Wednesday (Dec 16), according to those familiar with the matter.